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Cornish Pasty

A traditional British hand pie filled with seasoned beef, potatoes, rutabaga, and onions, wrapped in a golden pastry crust. Perfect for lunch or dinner with a crispy exterior and hearty savory filling.

Total time
60 min
Servings
4
Calories
680
Protein
28g
Cornish Pasty
britishbeefbakedcomfort-foodhand-pietraditional

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Mix flour and salt in a large bowl. Add cold butter cubes and rub with fingertips until mixture resembles breadcrumbs.

  2. Step 2

    Add cold water 1 tablespoon at a time, stirring gently until dough just comes together. Do not overwork.

  3. Step 3

    Form dough into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Combine diced beef, potato, rutabaga, and onion in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper and mix gently.

  5. Step 5

    Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  6. Step 6

    Divide pastry into 4 portions. Roll each between parchment to a 7-inch circle.

  7. Step 7

    Place 0.5 cup filling on half of each circle, leaving 0.5-inch border. Fold pastry in half over filling and crimp edges with a fork.

  8. Step 8

    Transfer pasties to baking sheet. Brush with beaten egg and make small slit in top for steam.

  9. Step 9

    Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

  10. Step 10

    Rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Tools you’ll need

  • large mixing bowl
  • rolling pin
  • 9-inch round cutter or bowl
  • fork
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • pastry brush
  • meat thermometer

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